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Right to Information (RTI) Practice

Information about legal practice in RTI matters including drafting applications, first appeals, second appeals before Central/State Information Commissions, and writ petitions before High Court.

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Information Commissions

RTI Applications

First Appeal Process

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Public Authorities

Fee & Penalty Matters

RTI Practice Overview

Information about legal practice in RTI matters before various authorities and courts.

RTI Applications

Drafting and filing RTI applications before Central/State Public Information Officers (PIOs).

First Appeal

Representation before First Appellate Authority for non-receipt or unsatisfactory reply.

Second Appeal

Practice before Central Information Commission (CIC) and State Information Commissions (SIC).

Writ Petitions

Writ petitions before High Court challenging orders of Information Commissions.

Public Authorities

Representation of public authorities in RTI matters and exemption claims under Sections 8 & 9.

Fee & Penalty

Matters relating to fee determination, penalty proceedings, and compensation claims.

RTI Process & Timelines

Understanding the stages of RTI proceedings under the RTI Act, 2005

1

RTI Application

Apply to PIO with ₹10 fee. Response within 30 days (48 hours for life/liberty matters).

2

First Appeal

Within 30 days of PIO's reply or within 45 days if no reply. Disposal in 30-45 days.

3

Second Appeal

Within 90 days to CIC/SIC. Hearing and final order from Information Commission.

4

Writ Petition

Challenging CIC/SIC order before High Court under Article 226/227 of Constitution.

Authorities & Forums

Information about practice before the following RTI authorities:

  • Central Information Commission (CIC), New Delhi
  • Telangana State Information Commission (SIC), Hyderabad
  • Central/State Public Information Officers (PIOs)
  • First Appellate Authorities (FAAs)
  • Hon'ble Telangana High Court (Writ Jurisdiction)
  • Hon'ble Supreme Court of India

Key Provisions

RTI matters are governed by the following provisions:

  • Right to Information Act, 2005
  • Section 6 - RTI Application
  • Section 7 - Time Limit for Response
  • Section 8 - Exemptions from Disclosure
  • Section 11 - Third Party Information
  • Section 18 - Powers of Information Commission
  • Section 19 - Appeal Process
  • Section 20 - Penalties

Frequently Asked Questions

General information about RTI matters

What is the time limit for RTI response?

Public Information Officer (PIO) must respond within 30 days. For matters involving life or liberty, response must be given within 48 hours.

What is the fee for RTI application?

RTI application fee is ₹10 through cash, postal order, or court fee stamps. Additional copying charges apply for documents (₹2 per page).

Can RTI be filed online?

Yes, RTI applications can be filed online through the respective portal of Central or State Information Commissions.

What information is exempted under RTI?

Section 8 of RTI Act exempts information affecting national security, cabinet papers, personal privacy, commercial confidence, etc.

What is the penalty for not providing information?

Information Commission can impose a penalty of ₹250 per day (max ₹25,000) for delay or denial of information without reasonable cause.

Can third party information be disclosed?

Third party information requires notice to the third party under Section 11, who may object to disclosure within 10 days.

RTI Legal Assistance

For inquiries regarding RTI applications, first appeals, second appeals, or representation before Information Commissions, please fill out the form. The office will respond within 24-48 hours.

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